Stephanie Atala
Stephanie Atala ( Arabic: ستيفاني عطالله ) born 05 October 1993 is half lebanese and half french.
She lives in Lebanon where she works as an actress and singer. Her most recent TV appearance was on the drama series « Ward Jouri » directed by Samir Habchi and on stage in Georges Khabbaz’ theater production « Bel Kawalis ». She hosts an online weekly show « Kazdoura » where she enjoys two of her favorite things : Comedy and Food. Joining her two passions, in 2017 Stephanie took part in a trilogy of music videos : « In circle ». She sang, acted and danced starring as « Nadine » in the film directed by Rachel Meg and shot in California[1]. Looking forward to her duet with Ella Fitzgerald, Stephanie is constantly humming the soundtrack of her life and loves to hike with her dogs on her free time.
Bio[edit]
Stephanie Atala is fluent in arabic, french and english. She discovered her passion for acting and singing at the age of 4 when she played her first role in a national TV commercial. Years later, she graduated from Académie Libanaise des Beaux Arts ; school of arts with a degree in Art Direction (ALBA 2014). And only then did she realize her 4 year old self knew better. Since then, older Stephanie has appeared in various national and regional TV commercials. She has also starred in many Short films, Theater productions and TV series.
Her most recent TV appearance was on the drama series « Ward Jouri » directed by « Samir Habchi » and produced by « Eagle Films Arabia » airing on LBCI and LDC. Stephanie starred in « Ward Jouri » as « Rawan » a young and ambitious girl devoted to her family and studies who survives a tragic accident. She has to face her family, friends, strict environment and society after getting raped but two youngsters in the streets of Beirut. « Rawan » goes through a lot and transforms from a sweet and pittied victim to a fierce and rebel woman.
Stephanie’s most recent stage experience was on the biggest Lebanese theater scene. She starred as « Rudaina » in « Bel Kawalis » a theater production by the most acclaimed « Georges Khabbaz ». Perfoming throughout 2016-2017 in the « Château Trianon Theater » her love for the stage adrenaline and theater energy grew stronger. Stephanie had to juggle between « Rudaina » and her alter ego « Magalie ». « Rudaina » arrogant, diva and star in the popular musical scene versus « Magalie » a talented singer and loyal wife suffering the consequences of an artist career in lebanon.
Stephanie hosts an online weekly show « Kazdoura » where she enjoys two of her favorite things : Comedy and Food. Weekly non scripted « Kazdoura » episodes show her and her co-host « Georges Khalaf » driving around Lebanon, trying out street food while discussing random life topics. This series of quick episodes is an improv platform for Stephanie’s witty jokes and comebacks.
Hardworker, never taking breaks, whenever Stephanie is not in a character’s shoes she would still be on stage, singing. Coming from a musically engaged family, she was bound to turn to a professional musical career one day. Starting off in 2000 (at the age of 7) as an Alto singer in a polyphonic choir, she took part in many concerts and performances around Lebanon and the Middle East. With time Stephanie grew fonder of music and saw it becoming a priority in her life. She is now lead singer in a jazz and cover band « Stephanie and the Band ». They perform throughout Lebanon on a weekly basis and are known to set a fun and cosy ambiance on stage that reaches the audience and sets the right mood for the gig.
Joining her two passions, in 2017 Stephanie took part in a trilogy of music videos. Starring as « Nadine » in the film « In circle » directed by Rachel Meg shot in California. She embodied a young woman fighting to break free and express herself. Stephanie sang, danced and acted the struggles leading to « Nadine’s » emancipation.
Above all Stephanie always finds time to meet up with her family and friends, roadtrip in nature, travel someplace new and hike with her dogs. Her moto is to enjoy life and not take it too seriously. As her neck tattoo reminds her : live life to the fullest and « A la folie »[2] - « To insanity ».
Acting Credits[edit]
Theater (partial list)
- As « Rudaina » (main role) in « Bel Kawalis » - dir. Georges Khabbaz – Château Trianon, Lebanon, 2016-2017.
- As « Fabienne » (main role) in « Lies and Likes »[3] - dir. Marcel Ghosn – Theatre Monot, Lebanon, 2016.
- As « Herself » (lead role) in « Inphisamia »[4] (interactive play) – The Backdoor, Lebanon, 2016.
- As « Sabine » (lead role) in « The invitation » - dir. Marcel Ghosn – Theatre Beryte, Lebanon, 2015.
Television
- As « Lara » (main role) in « Thawani » (drama) – dir. Samir Habchi – prod. Eagle Films Arabia – MTV – Lebanon 2018.
- As « Rawan » (lead role) in « Ward Jouri » (drama) – dir. Samir Habchi – prod. Eagle Films – LBCI and LDC – Lebanon 2017.
- As « Mariam » in « Wardat Al Sabbar » (drama) – dir. Mohamad Wakkaf – prod. Beirut International Center Production.
- As « Herself » (main role) in « Comicature » (comedy) – dir. Bassam Khoueiri – Télé Liban National TV, Lebanon 2015-2016.
Film (partial list)
[Feature films]
- As «Her» (supporting role) in «Neswen, lech la2 ?» (feature film) – dir. Sam Andraos – Lebanon 2014.
[Short films]
- As «Sarah» (main role) in «Bel Nesbeh la Sophia» - dir. Leyla Kanaan – prod. Blom bank – Lebanon 2017.
- As «Nadine» (main role) in « In circle » - dir. Rachel Meg – New York Film Academy – California 2017.
- As «Casey» (main role) in «Conjecture» - dir. Clara Haddad – NDU – Lebanon 2017.
- As «Naya» (main role) in «Blurred intersections» - dir. Ralph Matar – NDU – Lebanon 2016 [2 nominations].
- As «Sister Mary» (lead role) in « Under the robes » dir. Michel Zarazir – ALBA -Lebanon 2015 [9 awards won – 3 nominations].
- As «Pamela» (main role) in «Samir, Cheikh El Chabeb» - dir. Krystel Younes – USJ – Lebanon 2015 [3 awards won – 3 nominations].
- As «Naya» (main role) in «Sarab» - dir. Sandra Ayyach – ALBA – Lebanon 2015.
- As «Her» (main role) in «Hers» - dir. Rafah Nakib – NDU – Lebanon 2015 [5 nominations].
- As «Leyla» (main role) in «Draj Draj» - dir. Cynthia Sawma – ALBA – Lebanon 2014.
- As «Genevieve» (lead role) in «Ercevax» - dir. Oliver Bou Eid – USJ – Lebanon 2014 [5 nominations].
Commercials
- As « Herself » in the « Do what you love » film campaign for Stradivarius – Frame nation films Production – 2017 Middle East.
- L’oreal (Beesline) – JWT prod. – 2017 Middle East
- Galaxy Chocolate – Forest Tree Prod. – 2014 Middle East
- Galaxy Chocolate Jewels – VIP films Prod. – 2013 Middle East
- Samsung CTC warranty – Wonderbox Prod. – 2013 Lebanon
- Touch and Yasa – Signature Prod. – 2014 Lebanon
- Always (web series) – Olive Tree Prod. – 2014 Middle East
- Wella – independent prod. – 2015 Lebanon
- Credit Bank – Star Agency Prod. – 2015 Lebanon
- Burger King – The film Prod. -2015 Middle East
Online shows
- As « Herself » in « Kazdoura » (comedy series) – Heyoka Prod. – 2017 Lebanon.
- As « Annoying Presenter » in « Oil and Gas, What’s happening ? » (LOGI awareness campaign) – Kulluna Irada – 2018 Lebanon.
References[edit]
- ↑ http://www.wearemovingstories.com/we-are-moving-stories-videos/2017/11/21/in-circle
- ↑ https://www.annahar.com/article/312016-%D8%B3%D8%AA%D9%8A%D9%81%D8%A7%D9%86%D9%8A-%D8%B9%D8%B7%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%84%D9%87-%D9%88%D8%B9%D9%8A%D8%B4-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B4%D9%85%D8%B3-%D9%81%D9%8A-%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%82%D9%84%D8%A8-%D8%AD%D8%AA%D9%89-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%AC%D9%86%D9%88%D9%86
- ↑ https://www.lorientlejour.com/article/973830/conjugalite-et-mensonges-au-temps-des-reseaux-sociaux.html
- ↑ http://www.pressreader.com/lebanon/the-daily-star-lebanon/20160224/282110635678568
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